We hear it over and over again in the spiritual community: be present. But what does that really mean? Why is there a great importance placed on presence? What does being present actually grant you? Being present can be seen as both a tool and an opportunity. It grants you a moment of experience, awareness, and feeling. Allowing all outside or inside noise to either fade away or be fully witnessed. Presence as a Tool The power of presence can be life-changing. As a tool, it